Colored With a Kiss (Jikook)

Part 18

Jimin's POV:

When I arrived back home, Tae and Yoongi were waiting up for me. Tae got up from the sofa and gave me a hug. I held onto him and kissed his cheek when he started crying.

Jimin: Don't cry, Tae. I'm ok.

I looked over at Yoongi. He looked concerned and came over to us.

Yoongi: You gonna be alright, babe?

Tae nodded his head. Yoongi caressed Tae's hair.

Yoongi: I'll let you two talk. But get some sleep. You're both exhausted.

Taehyung: See you tomorrow, love.

"Love" - that was new. I was just wondering about that when Tae backed off and led me to the sofa.

Taehyung: I need to talk to you.

Jimin: I'm sorry I caused you to worry, but I'm fine.

Taehyung: It's not that.  I mean, yes, we need to talk about that too.

Jimin: What is it then? What's going on, Taebear?

Taehyung: You know how I took a few days off to spend with Yoongi.

Jimin: Mhm. So did you tell him how you felt?

Taehyung: Yes. I told him how much I love him.

Jimin: And? It must've gone well.

Taehyung: Better than I could have hoped. He asked me to marry him.

Jimin: What?! Wow.

I was stunned. I mean, I knew they were getting serious, but marriage is such a giant step. I guess I was looking at Tae with huge eyes.

Taehyung: I said yes.

Jimin: Wow.

It took me a minute to figure out what to say. It was as if my brain went momentarily blank. Finally, I got my voice back. He was looking concerned at me.

Jimin: I'm sorry, I'm just surprised (chewing nervously on my bottom lip).  Congratulations, Taebear! You deserve nothing but the best. I think the two of you will be very happy together.

He held onto both of my hands and looked at me.

Taehyung: I just want to make sure you're ok with it.

Jimin: Of course I knew that we wouldn't live together forever. I just thought I had you for a little while longer.

Taehyung: You do still have me for a bit longer. We'll get married in the fall.

Jimin: Oh. So we have a few months to plan the most spectacularly, beautiful wedding ever.

He squeezed my hands.

Taehyung: Are you really happy for me?

Jimin: Of course. I love you. I've seen how happy you are with Yoongi. It makes me happy watching the two of you.

Taehyung: Thanks, Chim. You're the best. I love you too.

We hugged for a couple of minutes. When I pulled back, I could tell from his eyes that he was extremely tired.

Jimin: We should go to bed.

Taehyung: I still want to talk to you about Jungkook and your ordeal.

Jimin: We can do that tomorrow. Jin is giving us the day off.

Taehyung: He'd better.

We both smiled.

Jimin: Come on, Tae. We both need sleep.

Taehyung: Can I sleep in your bed tonight?

Jimin: You want cuddles?

Taehyung: Mhm.

Jimin: Of course. Come on.

(The next morning)

I woke up and found Tae wrapped around me. It's been awhile since we've slept in the same bed. Probably since he and Yoongi started seeing each other. I like being held while sleeping, it felt comfortable.

I rolled over and he cracked one eye open, looking at me.

Jimin: Morning, Taebear (whispering).

He gave me one of his big, boxy smiles which warmed my heart.

Taehyung: Did you sleep ok? It wasn't uncomfortable, was it?

Jimin: I slept great.

I leaned in and kissed his cheek. Then I got up.

Jimin: I'll make some tea and breakfast. Are you hungry?

Taehyung: Mhm

Tae joined me in the kitchen and watched me make pancakes and sausage. I poured him a cup of tea and we sat down to eat.

Jimin: I know you want to talk about me and Jungkook. But can I first say that he was so worried about me. When he came in to rescue me and held me in his arms, I really felt safe.  He feels safe.

Taehyung: Chim, I know. Granted, I was freaking out when I found out you were taken. But so was he. I could tell that he genuinely was concerned about you. He really cares for you.

Jimin: And I really care about him.

Taehyung: I know. I'm not going to tell you to stay away from him or anything like that.

Jimin: Well that's good. Because I wouldn't.

Taehyung: Exactly. Besides, he is actually nice.

Jimin: Yes. He even wants to get to know my friends better.

Tae was chewing on his bottom lip nervously.

Jimin: So what is it that's bothering you?

Taehyung: I don't want you to leave me. I know it's completely selfish.

Jimin: You'll be leaving me, since you're getting married.

Taehyung: Right. So I can't ask you to stay forever. But please stay here until my wedding. I mean, you and Jungkook are still getting to know each other. It's way too soon for you to run away with him.

Jimin: I wouldn't run away. But the thought of living in the human world has crossed my mind.

Taehyung: I just want you to wait. A few months is all I ask.

Jimin: I'll think about it. But it's not like he's asked me to move in with him or anything.

Taehyung: That's a relief.

Jimin: But it wouldn't surprise me if he did. After the past couple of days, our feelings for each other have gotten intense.

Tae reached across the table and grabbed my hand.

Taehyung: I want you to be happy, Chim. I really do. But I also want you to be safe.

Jimin: I'm pretty sure Yeonjun is going to be locked away for awhile.

Taehyung: Not just from him. The human world has all sorts of potential troubles.

Jimin: We have our own troubles here. Like how my parents died.

I didn't like thinking about it. Several years back they were caught in a flood. It happened so fast, no one was able to rescue them in time. It seemed to me that our world held as many potential dangers as Jungkook's world. Just different flavors of trouble. Tae squeeze my hand as if reading my thoughts.

Taehyung: I know. You're right. Five months. That's all I'm asking. We can keep being roommates until I'm married. And if either of us do an overnighter with our boyfriends ...

Jimin: Fiancé

Taehyung: Right. I'm still getting used to that. So what do you say?

I chewed my lip mulling it over. Five months isn't that long, right? And I do need to get to know Jungkook better.

Jimin: Ok. Roomies for 5 more months.

Taehyung: Yay!

We both stood up and Tae wrapped his arms around me. He picked me up and swung me around the room.